Month: April 2017

Is Salt Really Bad For You?

Refined table salt has gotten a justly deserved bad reputation because of concern about hypertension and heart disease. Having the correct potassium to sodium balance influences the risk for hypertension and heart disease much more than high sodium alone. Most Western diets are lacking in potassium.

Is Salt Bad For You?

Potassium Level Impacts High Blood Pressure More than Sodium

To be healthy, the nutrients in cells must be in proper balance. Our diets have changed dramatically increasing the amount of sodium and decreasing the amount of potassium in our diet, therefore reversing the natural balance. Modern food manufacturers add lots of salt (sodium chloride) to their products, while modern diets do not include enough potassium-rich foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes. Eating an apple a day provides only 1 mg of sodium and 80 mg of potassium.

Sodium/Potassium Balance is Necessary for Strong Muscles and Relaxed Arteries

When Using Salt Make Sure it is Unrefined

A diet that uses mineral-rich sea salt medicinally will help restore the body’s balance. Small amounts of sea salt with help alkalize the body. Sea salt should be added to grains and grain-like seeds to make them less acid-forming. When cooked for 10 minutes or more, salt chelates, blending with other foods and does not cause such a “salty” reaction to our body. Celtic sea salt is great for cooking, while Hawaiian sea salt is excellent to sprinkle over your food at the table.

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